Marketing & Project Coordinator Jobs

About Us

The Council was organized in 1957 and incorporated in 1962 as the Ontario Industrial Developers Council Inc. In 1991, the Council changed its name to the Economic Developers Council of Ontario to reflect the changing nature of the profession.

The Council holds one annual conference and several professional development events in different communities throughout Ontario. These meetings provide a forum for networking and exchange of ideas. In addition, seminars are held in co-operation with various levels of government and the private sector. The province of Ontario offers outstanding opportunities in every area of economic development. EDCO assists members to recognize and develop these opportunities.

Our Missionis to provide leadership to enhance the professional development of its members; advance economic development as a profession and support our municipalities in fostering economic prosperity in the province of Ontario.

Our Visionis to enhance and develop an economically viable and environmentally responsible Ontario.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

Reports to the Executive Director

TheMarketing & Project Coordinatorwill drive EDCO’s marketing activities, event coordination, Board/Committee management and other administrative duties.

Salaried position – 35 hours per week.Often with non-traditional working hours.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

Marketing

• Create promotional materials for events and programs.
• Prepare electronic bulletins and newsletters for distribution.
• Promote EDCO as the lead economic development organization in Ontario by
• Creation of a marketing/communications plan and implementation.
• Monitor and prepare social media messaging according to Social Media Policy.
• Manage Social Media channels.
• Maintain content on EDCO website.
• Practice effective public relations to sustain the positive image of EDCO.

Event Coordination

• Represents the EDCO brand with the Executive Director at key events with members and stakeholders, including meeting outside of regular office hours.
• Create and deliver presentations on behalf of EDCO, when requested.
• Liaise with different levels of government, relevant organizations, companies and members interested in developing relationship with EDCO.
• Attend annual conference and assist where requested.
• Works with Executive Director to execute events.

Board and Committee Management

• Respond to Board enquiries and information requests.
• Research and prepare draft documentation to the Executive Director and Board on current trends, programs, best practices as it relates to economic development and related disciplines.
• Support committee related activities and serve as staff liaison to all EDCO Committees.
• Assist the Executive Director in preparation and distribution of all Board related material.
• Works with committee chairs to ensure committee meetings are scheduled, attended, draft agenda and minutes, distribution of agendas and minutes.

Other Administrative Duties

• Assist with the application or legislation and regulations relevant to work undertaken by the association; including relevant corporate policies.
• Other duties as assigned.
• To supply support to the Executive Director and to perform other related duties as required.
• Maintain expertise at a high level by attending appropriate course, seminars, conferences, by undertaking selected readings, and by liaising/networking with organizations, agencies and peers.
• Administration of contracts related to the projects or services of EDCO pertaining to economic development and community development.
• Develop and maintain all EDCO databases such as the membership, contacts, partnership target and media database.

Qualifications:

• Familiar with Microsoft Office 365.
• Ability to work in own home, with regular business hours. Work outside regular business hours may also be required.
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills.
• Advanced skills in website management and social media.
• Familiar with Wild Apricot Association Management Software an asset.
• Have a valid driver’s license and access to vehicle – may be requested to travel within and outside of the Province of Ontario.
• Graduate of post-secondary economic development/business/marketing/technology program.

What we offer:

• Permanent remote role
• Vacation
• A welcoming and inclusive atmosphere
• 35 hours/week
• Monday – Friday daytime hours, often with non-traditional working hours.
• Competitive salary based on experience

To apply email your resume to [email protected] by 4:30 PM on June 15, 2023.